Arboriculture Crew Lead & Safety Mentor

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Bracebridge; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

RRSP/TFSA program

Employee-owned company

Stock purchase

Employee referral program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited is seeking a Foreperson to lead a crew across multiple job sites in Bracebridge, Ontario. You will mentor team members, ensure safe, timely execution and deliver exceptional client service as the primary contact for customers.

Responsibilities include directing operations, equipment use, and pruning/removal tasks, while upholding safety standards and company policies. On-site role with full-time hours and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as an arborist.
• ISA certification or enrollment in arboriculture program or equivalent.
• Valid provincial driver’s license; 5-ton vehicle and air brake endorsement is an asset.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to safely direct a team in canopy work at all heights.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Strong tree, knot and shrub identification skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently lead a crew in providing arboricultural care for our clients.
• Directs crew members and equipment as well as planning and executing the assigned work and tasks.
• Supervise and assist in maintenance, preparation and operation of tools and equipment including hand tools, chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts.
• Perform all aspects of tree pruning and removal services safely and skillfully for clients.
• Pruning, thinning, and removing deadwood throughout the tree canopy.
• Installation of cables, bracing and lightning protection systems.
• Removal of hazardous trees.
• Provide expert tree trimming services and inspections to client properties.
• Manage customer service expectations.
• Maintain Davey and industry safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Arborist experience

Tree identification

Driver's license

Lifting capacity

Safety leadership

Education

ISA certification or enrollment in arboriculture program

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company of Canada, Limited is seeking a Foreperson to lead a crew across multiple job sites in Bracebridge, Ontario. You will mentor team members, ensure safe, timely execution and deliver exceptional client service as the primary contact for customers.

Responsibilities include directing operations, equipment use, and pruning/removal tasks, while upholding safety standards and company policies. On-site role with full-time hours and strong benefits.